Rupert Murdoch has praised the “brave leadership” of Margaret Thatcher, claiming Britain is “far more successful” as a result of her premiership.

Five employees of The Sun, a serving Surrey Police officer, a serving member of the armed forces and a Ministry of Defence employee were arrested in Britain today over allegations of inappropriate payments to police and public officials.

Trainee police officer Clare Southern was £97,000 (€140,000) richer today after winning TV sleep deprivation show Shattered.